Reasons Behind the Overwhelming Number of Retreads: The Phenomenon of Re-releasing Classic Games at the Point of Initial Launch
Welcome to the newly announced drop! Are you ready to dive into the world of Nintendo Switch 2, set to hit shelves on June 5? Get ready to explore a whopping 21 games at launch, not counting the 15,000 Switch titles it's backward compatible with.
Le Monde crunches the numbers, and here's what we find: these launch games have been floating around other platforms, on average, for a tad over five years. But don't let that fool you, 'cause this lineup's got some familiar faces! Take "Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition" for instance, it made its debut on other platforms back in 2020. Or "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild," which rolled out on the Switch in 2017. And let's not forget the remakes of "Yakuza Zero" (2015), "Bravely Default: Flying Fairy" (2012), and the classic "Ridge Racer" (1993), all making a comeback.
But the first Switch's lineup was a bit more of a throwback, thanks to the digital re-release of Neo-Geo classics like "King of Fighters '98" and "Metal Slug." Now, while these classics are a bonus, the Switch 2 roster also packs more newbies.
So, are you ready to face an ever-so-slightly déjà vu launch? Or are you excited about the new, recent, and revamped releases? The Nintendo Switch 2's got a little something for everyone, whether you're a retro gaming fan or a novice, a casual player or an avid collector.
The revamped lineup of games on the Nintendo Switch 2 features both familiar titles, such as Cyberpunk 2077 and The Legend of Zelda, which have been previously released on other platforms, and new releases, offering a mix for both retro gaming fans and novices alike. Technology aficionados will also appreciate the addition of gadgets like the Nintendo Switch 2, which promises to deliver innovative gameplay experiences.
